ZUMBA FOR ADULTS & TEENS\nSessions led by Connie Ander
son resume at the library on Monday\, April 8th from 6pm-7pm. For more inf
ormation\, please call Connie at 762-4166.\nSponsored by the Woonsoc
ket Health & Rehabilitation Center.

Meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 7pm. Books bein
g discussed change monthly\, and members are encouraged to take part in ad
ditional book club activities! For more information\, please contact Marga
ret at 401-769-9044 x5.

Circus Dynamics offers an energ
etic\, audience interactive\, and highly skilled circus variety show. Full
of laughs and incredible tricks\, this top quality performance is non-sto
p energy and excitement. Audience members may be surprised when they get c
alled up on stage and become part of the show!

Learn to Sew
! Teens will create a sewn paper journal/notebook while learning basic sew
ing skills like threading a needle\, tying knots\, and sewing a seam. Teen
s are involved in the design process for the cover of their notebooks\, an
d leave with a completed book to use throughout their summer or academic y
ear. Variation will be available to challenge those who are already comfor
table sewing.

Open to caregivers and those experiencing memory loss. Meet
s in the main program room when the library is open. Live & Learn is a soc
ial program for people with early memory loss offering new ways to compens
ate for memory changes. Contact Alz.org/ri at 1-800-272-3900 or email Marg
aret “Annie” Murphy at mmurphy@alz.org. Group meets at Patriots Dinner\,
65 Founders Dr\, Woonsocket\, RI on the last We
dnesday of the month.

Give the Gift of Life – donate blood today. Walk-ins are wel
come or you may schedule an appointment by visiting: https://tinyurl.com/RIBCdonate. If you have questions about being able to donate\, ple
ase call 401-453-8307 or visit: http://www.ribc.org/giving-
101 for facts and frequently asked questions.

No Library Board of Trustees meeting. The next meeting is Se
ptember 12\, 2018 at 7pm in the Woonsocket Room. The Library Board meets o
n the 2nd Wednesday of every month. The Public is welcome to attend.

Wild Food foraging doesn’t have to take place far from home
or in the deep forest! Join The 3 Foragers as they discuss trees\, weeds\,
and plants that many people are using at home in their yard for landscapi
ng that have surprisingly edible parts. You’ll recognize many of the weeds
you have been pulling out and learn ways to incorporate them into your di
nner. This program is for adults ages 18+.

Join our STEAM volunteer to look into the
tiny world of plant microbes\, animal insides\, insects\, pollen & spores
and even textile fibers. We have 30 prepared slides to choose from.

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Explore Earth: Our Changing Planet is a traveling exhibition for librar
ies. Explore Earth is part of the STAR Library Education Network (STAR_Net
) led by the National Center for Interactive learning at the Space Science
Institute. Exhibit partners include the American Library Association\, Th
e Lunar and Planetary Institute\, and Afterschool Alliance. Explore earth
is supported through a grant from the National Science Foundation.

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Additional programs supported by the Friends of the Woonsocket Harris Pub
lic Library.

Children attending 1st & 2nd grade will read with a teen bud
dy. This is an opportunity for the children to practice their reading skil
ls in a relaxed environment. The teens will earn community service hours f
or the time they volunteer. There is also a time for coloring and puzzles
.Registration is required for both teens and children. Please contact the
Children’s room at 769-9044 Ext.2.Registration begins Monday 9/10/18.

Normand Peloquin of Celestial Offerings will talk about the
science and art of beekeeping. This program is for adults and teens. We ha
ve another program for kids and bees with Normand on Thursday Sept 13th 6-
7pm. Have you always wanted to be a beekeeper? What do beginners need to k
now. Already and expert? Discuss your bee topics with Normand. Find out ab
out the importance of pollinators in our ecosystem. Learn about the differ
ent types of local honey our bees produce and more. Part of our free Explo
re Earth programming.

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Explore Earth: Our Changing Planet is a trav
eling exhibition for libraries. Explore Earth is part of the STAR Library
Education Network (STAR_Net) led by the National Center for Interactive le
arning at the Space Science Institute. Exhibit partners include the Americ
an Library Association\, The Lunar and Planetary Institute\, and Afterscho
ol Alliance. Explore earth is supported through a grant from the National
Science Foundation. Additional programs supported by the Friends of the Wo
onsocket Harris Public Library.

NOAA/National Weather Service Senior Meteorologist Hayden Fr
ank\, serving the Norton\, MA Office\, Will be here to talk about the Nati
onal Weather Service’s core mission – the protection of life and property
– and inform us about the various weather hazards that impact southern New
England. Come and hear how information is disseminated and learn about th
e types of advisories\, watches and warnings that are issued. Plenty of ti
me will be allotted for questions during and after the presentation.

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Family friendly and free and open to all participants.

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Hayden F
rank is the Severe Weather\, Marine\, Fire Weather and Outreach Focal Poin
ts for the NOAA/NWS office. He also works on various other programs includ
ing StormReady and numerous research projects. Hayden served the Wichita\,
KS area before transferring to Taunton in 2003. He loves all kinds of wea
ther but always had a special interest in snowstorms\, so living in New En
gland is a perfect fit for him. The photos from the flier are from the Wi
nter of 2015 in southern new England courtesy of Hayden Frank/NOAA/NWS.

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Explore Earth: Our Changing Planet is a traveling exhibition for lib
raries. Explore Earth is part of the STAR Library Education Network (STAR_
Net) led by the National Center for Interactive learning at the Space Scie
nce Institute. Exhibit partners include the American Library Association\,
The Lunar and Planetary Institute\, and Afterschool Alliance. Explore ear
th is supported through a grant from the National Science Foundation.\nAdditional programs supported by the Friends of the Woonsocket Harris P
ublic Library.\nWoonsocket Harris Public Library 303 Clinton Street
Woonsocket RI 02895 401-769-9044

Great for ages 8 & up with adult. Learn all about wild anima
ls that live near you from Park Ranger Julie! What common animals can you
see in RI and MA? What are their habitats\, what do they eat and where do
they live? What tracks to they make. Make your own animal track using plas
ter of paris and a rubber mold. Participants will be able to take home a m
old. Space is limited to 12 participants making molds. Sign up at the chil
dren’s desk 769-9044 x2. Walk-ins will be welcome so long as there is spac
e in the room. Part of our free Explore Earth STEAM programming.

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xplore Earth: Our Changing Planet is a traveling exhibition for libraries.
Explore Earth is part of the STAR Library Education Network (STAR_Net) le
d by the National Center for Interactive learning at the Space Science Ins
titute. Exhibit partners include the American Library Association\, The Lu
nar and Planetary Institute\, and Afterschool Alliance. Explore earth is s
upported through a grant from the National Science Foundation. Additional
programs supported by the Friends of the Woonsocket Harris Public Library.

Learn techniques for making scars\, bruises\, and Halloween
Zombie make up tips and more. Fake blood and face paint will be available
for you to experiment with at the library. Some products may contain latex
. Sign up by calling 769-9044 x3 or email efuqua@woonsocketlibrary.org. Th
ere will be snacks and Halloween cookie decorating as part of the program.
Let us know if you have any food or latex allergies upon signing up. Open
to students in Middle and High School only!

HAUNTED HISTORY
will focus on the Varnum Memorial Armory and Museum\; featured is the cur
ator of the armory presenting several important pieces of RI history house
d in their impressive museum\, he may share a ghost story or two and it’ll
be followed by a presentation of evidence collected by Ocean State Parano
rmal through several investigations there in 2 years. This is ONLY 1 of 2
lectures this year that will feature actual items from the allegedly haunt
ed armory. The Ocean State Paranormal’s HAUNTED HISTORY Lecture will featu
re actual audio and video evidence.

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Registration for t
his free and open to all event is mandatory and begins Septe
mber 25th. *To register\, please call Margaret at 401-767-4126.
Please provide your full name and the names of those attending with you\,
along with your contact phone number. This event is limited to the first
60 registrants due to room capacity limits.

Michelle Skorupski and her 2 bunnies will be
here for a 45 minute informational program on rabbit care. Children will h
ear a rabbit-related story then be introduced to how to care for a rabbit
and what is required to have a pet rabbit. Michelle will bring her 2 bunni
es for children to see and pet after the program. Program is great for age
s 6-12. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver in the room at
all times.

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Program located in the large program room near the rest
rooms.

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Registration is suggested. Please call 769-9044 x2 or stop
by in person. Those that register will get a reminder call and notified of
cancellation in the event of sickness or bad weather. Cancellations will
also be posted on our facebook page.

Have you been hearing the word Mindfulness and wondering wha
t the buzz is all about? Have you wondered if it is the same as meditation
? Do you already have a meditation practice?

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If you answered yes t
o any of these questions\, you are invited to come and learn more about th
is topic in a 3 hour session. All levels of practice are welcome.

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Class is limited to the first 18 registered participants. Class is for
adults ages 18 yrs & up.\n

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Registration starts o
n Monday\, October 15th at 10 AM with Margaret by phone at 401-767-4126 or
by email to mmcnulty@woonsocketlibrary.org. (For in-person sign-up
s\, please ask for Margaret at any of the service desks.)\nThe class
runs from 9 AM-12:00 PM with 2 breaks in between. Margaret will contact y
ou to confirm sign-up.

Annie Marie Cote runs the Artists Circle for adults 18 years
and up only. Takes place every other Thursday. This is not a class. No in
struction will be given. Bring your own art materials and project.

Annie Marie Cote runs the Artists Circle for adults 18 years
and up only. Takes place every other Thursday. This is not a class. No in
struction will be given. Bring your own art materials and project.

When the library is open\, every Friday in the main program
room from 2-4:30 PM is Teen Drop In Time with the Young Adult librarian Ed
\, for middle and high school students. Meet friends\, play games or watch
a movie. Light snacks available.

Writer’s Workshop held in the Woonsocket Room to network\, h
elp cultivate writers and offer research skills for those interested in wr
iting. Open to high school students and adults. Must contact the group lea
der first to reserve a spot in the workshop\, call John Peacock at 401-332
-8323. Workshop will be held twice a month in September\, October and Nove
mber.

All ages 16+ are welcome to donate blood for the Woonsocket
Police Department’s blood drive. Please bring a photo ID. Register in the
library Community room and donate in the bloodmobile. All presenting donor
s receive a $5.00 Dunkin Donuts gift card.

Two hour workshop session for Parents of High School Student
s in grades 9-11 will take you through the college process. Sign up with M
argaret by calling 401-767-4126. Please leave your name and a contact phon
e number if no answer. There will be a short break in between hours and li
ght refreshments available. Please bring a laptop or tablet and log into s
ome free sites for college money and info. Presented by financial expert B
ob Sherman\, author of many articles and books.

Hosted by Ben Choiniere. Economic challenges are plaguing Rh
ode Islanders. Worker owned and managed businesses are emerging as an answ
er. We will talk about economic democracy\, new economies and how you can
have more control over your living. Free and open to all.

We supply the chocolate melts in a variety of colors and Ore
o’s in a variety of flavors. Take a cake pop stick and attach it to the Or
eo of your choice and dip it in chocolate. Then choose from a variety of
sprinkles to make your Oreo Pop decorative.

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Although there are no
nut products in this program it is possible that some of the decorations o
r chocolate melts may be processed in a factory that also produces nuts. P
lease advise us if you child has any food allergy upon registration.

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Open to students in Middle School and High School only.

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For saf
ety reasons we must keep the ages to 10 and up for participants in the roo
m. Younger siblings may wait outside the room with an adult caregiver.

Come join us at the Woonsocket Harris Public Library for eye
-shadow tips and tricks. Learn new ways to make your eye-shadow look seaml
ess and blend together beautifully and more. Learn new glam looks to spice
up your makeup routine\, and learn ways to incorporate glitter to your ma
keup looks. New brushes and make up wipes will be provided. Call us 401-76
9-9044 and reserve your spot. Like our Facebook event for this program if
you are interested in going. Open to students in Middle School and High Sc
hool only.

English\nCreating the Connections engages participants in the s
tages of a child’s development\, so they can recognize and act upon atypic
al development when they observe it. The goal of this session is to increa
se access to resources that promote screening\, evaluation\, diagnosis\, a
nd enrollment in appropriate services for children at risk of developmenta
l disabilities or Autism Spectrum Disorder. Participants will also get a b
etter understanding of the power and benefit of using visual supports to p
rovide structure in day-to-day activities.

Join us at the summer craft table then\nsign up for kids and teens reading challenges\,\nLearn Chinese
\, Summer Science Fridays\,\nPaint-Appaloosa Thursdays\, special per
formers\nBook Buddies\, Teen Time & other programs

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Registrat
ion is requested for programs so that we\ncan make sure we have enou
gh materials for all.

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Funding and support for the Statew
ide RI Summer Reading Program includes a grant from the U.S. Institute of
Museum and Library Services through the RI Office of Library & Information
Services\,\nLocal sponsors include Texas Road House\, United Skates
of America\, Pepin Lumber\, Vose Hardware & Children’s and Young Adult Li
brarians of RI and the Friends of the Woonsocket Harris Public Library.

Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Apollo Moon Landing.
Students will learn basic concepts of robotics and\, working in teams\, t
hey will learn coding to instruct a simple robot to move in construction c
hallenges. Prrsnted by the RI Computer Museum.

Henna art will be limited
to 10 participants due to time and number of cones available. Ms. Pinky wi
ll be here to do the henna hand designs. There will also be designs you ca
n practice with on paper before using the cones yourself and create your o
wn hand designs. There will be a few cones at the end for participants to
try on their own hands.

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Light snacks\, fruit juice\, cookies and m
usic from India.

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Children under 10 must be with an adult caregiver
who can give permission. Henna art last for little over a week.

The Friends of the Library Board meets on the last Monday of
every month from 4pm-5pm. All are welcome to become a Friend of the Libra
ry. Membership forms are available at the library circulation desk or can
be found online here.

6 weeks for adults 18+ taught by a certified instructor. 6:3
0-7:30 pm om Wednesdays\, Oct.2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, 30 & Nov. 6. Signup begins
Sept. 23rd with Margaret\, call 401-767-4126. Leave name and number and y
ou will receive a call back to confirm your spot.\nHealth waiver to
be signed at first class. Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes. B
eginner level\, practice breathing and stretching techniques that you can
practice at home to increase health and reduce stress.

Intro to Essential Oils Class – free and open to all adults\
, no sign-up needed.

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Presenter graduated in 2014 from the Universi
ty of Rhode Island with a degree in Nutrition and Food Science.

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Ha
ve you ever wondered what essential oils are and how you can benefit from
their uses? Come and learn how the power of plants can positively impact y
our overall health and wellness. There is truly an essential oil for every
thing. Learn how easy it is to switch out everyday products for a plant ba
sed\, toxic free solution.

Gre
at for ages 2 and up! Children must be with an adult at all times for safe
ty.

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Info for Volunteers ages 13-17. Please arrive at 12:00pm. We w
ill serve refreshments for volunteers\, go over the rules and assign game
stations. At 12:45 we will go out into the room and set up our games and p
osters. 1pm open to the public. Break 2-2:30pm. Service hours end at 4 or
4:30 depending on needed clean up time. We have approximately 10 game stat
ions and two people per game station are needed. We also have a craft room
and other stations that need volunteers. Students may dress in costume\,
keeping in mind no scary costumes or clowns please. Your face must be visi
ble\, no masks\, though faces and hair may be painted or decorated. Beacon
students should see Mr. LeClair. Woonsocket High School students should s
ee Ms. Koczera to register for this event. Other students see Ms. Chris at
the Woonsocket Harris Public Library.